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Rate My PC: Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010

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CPU
96%
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GPU
79%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus

66,159 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010

2,893 Benchmark Score
Top 21% Market Ranking
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60-85
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4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 form a desktop pairing that presents a stark contrast in performance tiers. The CPU sits in the 93rd percentile of all processors, while the GPU rests in the 18th percentile of all graphics cards, creating a system where processing power vastly outpaces graphical capability. This analysis draws exclusively from the provided benchmark data to interpret what this combination means for various workloads.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus is a desktop processor from the Core Ultra Series 2, built on the Arrow Lake Refresh architecture. It features 18 cores and 18 threads, operating at a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The chip is fabricated on a 3 nm process by TSMC, containing 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. Cache configuration includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The multiplier is unlocked, allowing for overclocking.

Benchmark results show a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42718 places it in elite territory, while the single-core score of 6030 indicates strong per-thread performance as well. Cinebench R20 results follow the same pattern: 17941 multi-core and 2532 single-core. The R15 scores of 4305 multi-core and 607 single-core reinforce this picture.

PassMark tests provide additional granularity. The multithread score of 50146 and single-thread score of 4698 confirm balanced strength across both domains. Data compression scores of 553155 show exceptional throughput for archiving tasks. Floating-point math achieves 159824, while integer math reaches 123030. Extended instructions score 42880, and data encryption hits 41292. Random string sorting completes at 67209, and physics simulation scores 3183. The find prime numbers test returns a modest 452, which is typical for a processor without specialized prime-number acceleration.

The average benchmark score of 66159 places this CPU at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals show how tight the competition is at this level. The Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 66099, a delta of 0.1 percent. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 65914, a delta of 0.4 percent. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus scores 66855, putting it 1 percent ahead. The AMD EPYC 4465P scores 66925, also 1.1 percent ahead. These narrow margins indicate that the 250KF Plus sits in a highly competitive performance band where minor architectural differences determine rankings.

For real workloads, the 18-thread count with no hyper-threading means the CPU handles heavily parallel tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation efficiently. The strong single-core scores translate to responsive application performance in everyday use. The 125 W TDP suggests a processor that requires substantial cooling, though the exact cooler specifications are not part of the data.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D in average benchmark score?

A: The 250KF Plus scores 66159, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 65914. The Intel processor is 0.4 percent ahead in average benchmark score.

Q: What is the process node and foundry for the CPU?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus is fabricated on a 3 nm process by TSMC.

Q: Does the RTX 4010 support DirectX 12 Ultimate?

A: Yes, the GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), along with OpenGL 4.6 and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the CPU?

A: The CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the GPU's transistor count and die size?

A: The RTX 4010 contains 8,700 million transistors on a 200 mm² die, fabricated on an 8 nm process by Samsung.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4010 have?

A: The GPU has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, providing 96.00 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the suggested PSU wattage for the GPU?

A: The suggested power supply is 250 W, and the GPU has no power connectors, drawing power directly from the PCIe slot.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus uses the Intel Socket 1851, which anchors this desktop build. Memory support is limited to DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, with a bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. The memory controller supports ECC memory, which is relevant for workstation use cases where data integrity matters. PCIe connectivity comes from Gen 5 with 20 lanes available from the CPU, providing ample bandwidth for modern storage and expansion cards.

The GPU connects via PCIe 4.0 x8, which is a narrower interface than the CPU's Gen 5 lanes. This means the graphics card bandwidth is not the bottleneck, but the GPU itself is. The RTX 4010 has a TDP of 50 W and a suggested PSU of 250 W, making it a low-power component that does not stress a power supply. The CPU's 125 W TDP is the dominant power consideration in this system.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the GPU. The RTX 4010's 18th percentile ranking among all GPUs is the clear limiting factor for graphics-intensive tasks. Upgrading to a GPU in a higher percentile would balance the system, since the CPU has ample headroom to feed a more powerful graphics card. The CPU's 93rd percentile performance means it would not bottleneck a substantially faster GPU in most workloads. The platform itself, with DDR5 and PCIe Gen 5, is current and does not require a motherboard change for a GPU upgrade.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination. All frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, and they should be treated as approximations rather than measured results.

The RTX 4010's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893 places it at the 18th percentile of all GPUs. This is a low ranking that indicates modest gaming performance. The GPU's nearest rivals in benchmark score include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB at 2907 (a delta of -0.5 percent, meaning the RTX 4010 is slightly behind), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF at 2910 (delta -0.6 percent), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB at 2913 (delta -0.7 percent), and the NVIDIA Quadro P600 at 2923 (delta -1 percent). These are remarkably close scores, suggesting the RTX 4010 performs at a level comparable to these cards despite its lower VRAM and narrower memory bus.

For gaming, the 4 GB VRAM and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth will limit texture quality and resolution. At 1080p, the GPU can likely handle lighter titles, but demanding modern games will require reduced settings. At 1440p or 4K, the GPU will struggle, and the 18th percentile ranking confirms it is not designed for high-resolution or high-refresh gaming. The CPU's strong single-core performance at 6030 in Cinebench R23 single-core does provide a solid foundation for game logic and physics, but the GPU will be the constraining factor in frame rates. The overall system is unlikely to deliver smooth high-refresh experiences in graphically intensive games, especially at higher quality presets.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance in this system is heavily skewed toward the CPU. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus scores in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the RTX 4010 scores in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. This 75-percentile gap indicates that the GPU is the primary bottleneck for any graphics-related workload.

For gaming, the CPU will wait on the GPU in most scenarios. The CPU's single-core score of 6030 in Cinebench R23 and multi-core score of 42718 are far above what most games require, so the GPU will be the limiting factor for frame rates. The GPU's 2.706 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 28.19 GPixel/s pixel rate are modest figures that cap graphical throughput.

For non-graphics workloads, the balance shifts entirely to the CPU. Tasks like data compression (553155 PassMark score), encryption (41292), and integer math (123030) rely on the CPU and will run at a high level. The GPU's 24 tensor cores and 6 RT cores provide some acceleration for AI and ray tracing, but the low overall GPU score means these features are limited in their practical impact.

The combined percentile of 56 percent for the build reflects this imbalance. The system is neither a balanced high-end machine nor a low-end one; it is a CPU-heavy configuration where the GPU drags down the overall performance tier.

Who Should Build It

This system targets users whose workloads are CPU-intensive and who require only moderate graphics capability. Content creators working with video encoding or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 42718 Cinebench R23 multi-core score and 18 threads. Software developers compiling large codebases will see strong performance from the 123030 integer math score and 553155 data compression score. Students and small business workstations that handle office productivity, spreadsheets, and web applications will find the CPU's single-core performance of 6030 more than adequate.

Gamers at 1080p with modest settings could use this system, but they must accept the GPU's limitations. The 18th percentile GPU ranking means high-refresh gaming at high quality is not realistic. Users who occasionally game but primarily run CPU-heavy applications will find this build more suitable than pure gamers.

Professionals who need ECC memory support for data integrity will appreciate that feature, which is uncommon in consumer desktop CPUs. The 125 W TDP and 250 W suggested PSU also make this a system that is easy to cool and power, even in compact cases.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 4010's 18th percentile ranking and 4 GB VRAM make high-refresh gaming at high settings unrealistic. Estimated frame rates would be low in demanding titles, and even lighter games would struggle at high refresh rates. The CPU's strong single-core performance helps, but the GPU caps overall frame output.

Streaming: The CPU's 18 threads and high multi-core score of 42718 in Cinebench R23 can handle encoding workloads while gaming, though the GPU's low performance means the gaming side will be weak. Streaming at 1080p with a game running is possible, but the game's frame rate will be limited by the GPU.

Video editing: The CPU excels here. The 159824 floating-point math score and 553155 data compression score indicate fast rendering and export times. The GPU provides some acceleration for effects, but the CPU carries the workload. This is a strong scenario for this build.

3D rendering: The 42718 Cinebench R23 multi-core score puts this CPU in the 93rd percentile, making it excellent for CPU-based rendering. GPU rendering would be slow due to the RTX 4010's modest 2.706 TFLOPS, so users should rely on CPU rendering paths.

Software development: The 123030 integer math score and 553155 data compression score support fast compilation and build times. The 18 threads handle parallel builds efficiently. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks, making this a good fit.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-core score of 6030 ensures responsive application performance for documents, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The GPU is more than sufficient for basic 2D graphics. Power consumption is modest with a 125 W CPU and 50 W GPU, keeping the system quiet and cool.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010. The CPU is a high-end performer in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is a low-end component in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile for the build is 56 percent, indicating a mid-tier overall system.

The CPU's architecture, Arrow Lake Refresh, is current and built on a 3 nm process. The GPU's Ampere architecture is one generation old, having a successor in the GeForce 50 series. The CPU was released in March 2026 with a launch MSRP of $184, while the GPU was released in April 2024. The production status for both is active.

This pairing is unusual in its asymmetry. The CPU is capable of feeding a much more powerful GPU, and the GPU limits the system in graphics tasks. For users whose primary workloads are CPU-bound, this is a sensible configuration. For gamers or GPU-accelerated workloads, the system would benefit from a different GPU selection.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 66159, placing it at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 9 273PQE, scores 66099, a 0.1 percent difference. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 65914, 0.4 percent behind. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus scores 66855, which is 1 percent ahead. The AMD EPYC 4465P scores 66925, also 1.1 percent ahead. These margins show the CPU is competitive with top-tier processors from both Intel and AMD.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 2893 from the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, placing it at the 18th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB at 2907 (0.5 percent ahead), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF at 2910 (0.6 percent ahead), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB at 2913 (0.7 percent ahead), and the NVIDIA Quadro P600 at 2923 (1 percent ahead). The GPU is closely matched with these cards despite its lower VRAM and memory bandwidth.

The combined picture is a system where the CPU outperforms nearly all rivals while the GPU lags behind many. The combined percentile of 56 percent reflects this gap. In CPU-bound benchmarks, this system will rank near the top; in GPU-bound benchmarks, it will rank near the bottom.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 is from the GeForce 40-series, using the GA107 chip based on the Ampere architecture. It is fabricated on an 8 nm process by Samsung, containing 8,700 million transistors on a 200 mm² die with a transistor density of 43.5M per mm².

Memory configuration is 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, providing 96.00 GB/s of bandwidth. The base clock is 1417 MHz with a boost clock of 1762 MHz. Memory runs at 1500 MHz, which translates to 12 Gbps effective. The GPU has 768 shading units, 24 texture mapping units, and 16 raster operation pipelines. It includes 6 RT cores and 24 tensor cores. Pixel rate is 28.19 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 42.29 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is 2.706 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 2.706 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio).

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893 places the GPU at the 18th percentile of all GPUs. This is a low score indicating entry-level performance. The 4 GB VRAM is a significant limitation for modern games and rendering workloads, as it restricts texture sizes and resolution. The 64-bit memory bus and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth further constrain performance in memory-intensive tasks.

The GPU has 24 tensor cores for AI acceleration and 6 RT cores for ray tracing, but the low overall compute performance means these features are limited. The 2.706 TFLOPS FP32 figure is modest for a modern GPU. The TDP of 50 W and single-slot design with no power connectors make it a low-power, low-profile card suitable for small form factor builds. The 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a outputs support multiple displays. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The GPU's benchmark score of 2893 is remarkably close to its rivals, all within 1 percent. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB scores 2907, the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF scores 2910, the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB scores 2913, and the Quadro P600 scores 2923. This clustering suggests the RTX 4010 performs at a level comparable to these cards in the Steel Nomad test, despite its smaller memory and lower bandwidth. However, in real-world rendering tasks that require more VRAM, the 4 GB capacity will be a disadvantage.